Veterinary Assistant
Algonquin College · Ottawa, Canada
About this programme
Turn your passion for animal care and welfare into a rewarding career. The one-year Veterinary Assistant Ontario College Certificate program prepares students to support veterinarians and animal care teams in a range of professional settings. The program responds to the ongoing demand for skilled veterinary support staff by developing graduates who are ready to contribute effectively within clinical and other animal care-focused environments. You build practical skills and foundational knowledge essential to veterinary assistant roles. You develop competencies in: animal behaviour and handling preventative medicine medical treatments infection control surgical preparation laboratory procedures grooming techniques client service workplace professionalism Strong communication, teamwork, and interpersonal skills are emphasized to support pos
- Level
- Vocational
- Field
- Medicine
- Duration
- 1 year
- Study mode
- Full-time
- Intake
- September
Visa
- Visa required
- Study Permit
- Application fee
- CAD 150
- Proof of funds
- CAD 22,895
- Processing time
- 16 weeks
Standard figures for this route. Some applicants pay a reduced fee or none at all — confirm your own case on the official visa page.